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#069 - Season Finale: The Boot.dev Origin Story w/ Allan
Sep 2, 2024
Allan Lires, the first official employee of Boot.dev, shares the inspiring origin story of the tech platform. He recounts the early days, highlighting the challenges faced and milestones achieved in building Boot.dev. The conversation dives into the evolution of its curriculum, emphasizing the importance of practical skills in programming. Allan discusses the shift from gamification to a more robust learning experience, setting realistic expectations for learners. Listeners gain insights into the future vision of Boot.dev and the impact of community feedback on its growth.
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- The journey of Boot Dev began as a side project in early 2020, evolving significantly after Allan Lires joined to enhance collaboration and growth.
- The curriculum has been intentionally designed to prioritize gradual skill building and manage student expectations, addressing challenges faced during complex topic transitions.
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Journey to Boot Dev
The journey of Boot Dev began in early 2020 while on a trip, where the first lines of code for the platform were written. Initially, it started as a side project, experiencing slow growth with only a couple of courses during its first year and a half. This changed dramatically after bringing on Alan Lierz as the first employee, which added a layer of collaboration and development potential. With more effort, the platform shifted focus from a broader computer science degree model to specifically targeting backend development, which allowed for a more streamlined learning path.
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